1966 Bizzarrini A3C vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1966 Bizzarrini A3C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Bizzarrini A3C | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A3C | 88 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3110 mm |
